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Volunteer with children in India and make a difference.

Overview:
Help improve the quality of life for children in Bangalore. Whether you are playing sports, going on camping and canoeing trips, teaching English and computer skills, or using your creative skills in pottery and painting classes, you'll always be kept busy on this exciting and innovative project.

This volunteer in India programme is an innovative and exciting project helping to engage young children.


Project description:
After arriving at Bangalore airport, a driver will be waiting to take you to your accommodation, where your host family will ensure that you settle into your new home. Starting on Saturday evening, our local coordinator will host an induction for all recently arrived volunteers. You will also have an opportunity to tour the city and take in the sights and sounds of your new home. Regular social events are also held, giving you the opportunity to meet other volunteers and local people, including a free weekend trip on your second weekend.

Founded in 1999, this organisation works with many projects and has been a huge catalyst for social change. It provides activities for children in foster homes, slum schools, and an HIV hospice. The children develop important life skills, grow in confidence and of course, have plenty of fun, making new friends in the process. Headquarters is a lively place, where you will spend most of your time when you're not at the project sites.

This project relies heavily on the work of volunteers. By spending a lot of time with the children, you'll see how your work has a direct and positive influence on their lives.

As a volunteer you have the freedom and flexibility to concentrate on any particular activity that inspires you - whether it be drama, teaching English, sports, arts and crafts or outdoor activities. Part of your time will be spent managing and developing activities alongside the full-time staff, but there will be plenty of opportunity to deliver sessions and work with the children. There's a lot of hard work for volunteers, but it's enormous fun and the rewards are huge.

Duration

From 3 months to 6 months

Start Dates

2nd Monday of every month

Requirements

*Minimum age 18 yrs.
*There are no specific skills required to participate on this programme, other than a genuine desire to support children and help them reach their full potential.
*Volunteers need to be mature and confident and demonstrate initiative.
*Good spoken English is required.
*International volunteers welcome